Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Cerritos Endoscopy Center, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your protected health information (PHI). This Notice of Privacy Practices explains how your medical information may be used and disclosed and how you can access your information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
How We Collect Your Information
We collect personal, medical, and insurance information necessary to provide high-quality outpatient endoscopy services and coordinate your care. This information may be obtained through:
- Appointment requests and patient registration forms
- Physician referrals
- Medical records and health history
- Insurance information
- Telephone calls, emails, and other communications related to your care
The information we collect allows us to provide treatment, coordinate care, maintain accurate medical records, process insurance claims, and comply with applicable healthcare regulations.
How We Protect Your Information
Cerritos Endoscopy Center maintains appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your protected health information.
Access to your information is limited to authorized healthcare providers, staff members, and trusted business associates who require the information to perform their responsibilities. We do not sell or rent your protected health information and only disclose it as permitted or required by law or with your authorization.
How We Use and Disclose Your Information
Your protected health information may be used to:
- Provide endoscopy and related healthcare services
- Coordinate care with your referring physician and other authorized healthcare providers
- Schedule appointments and communicate important information about your care
- Process billing and insurance claims
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
We may also disclose your information when required by law, including for public health activities, legal proceedings, law enforcement requests, or other authorized purposes.
Your Privacy Rights
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
- Request access to your medical records
- Request corrections to your health information
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your information
- Request confidential communications
- Receive a copy of this Notice of Privacy Practices
- File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
We will honor your rights in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Notice of Privacy Practices or how your protected health information is handled, please contact us.
Cerritos Endoscopy Center